Autistic disorder is also called autism or more recently described as "mind-blindedness" is a neurological and developmental disorder that usually appears during the first three years of life. A child with autism appears to live in their own world, showing little interest in others and a lack of social awareness. The focus of an autistic child is a consistent routine and includes an interest in repeating odd and peculiar behaviours. Autistic children often have problems in communication, avoid eye contact and show limited attachment to others. The umbrella term ‘autism spectrum disorders’ covers conditions such as autism, childhood Disintegrative disorder and Asperger syndrome.

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Autism Spectrum Disorders are now estimated to affect 1 in 88 children living in the US, according to a 2012 report from the Centres for Disease Control. The number of diagnosed cases has increased sharply in recent years, but it is still unclear to what extent this reflects changing patterns of diagnosis rather than actual increases in the incidence of the disorder. Although comprehensive global statics are not available, similar estimates have emerged from other countries.

Autistic disorder is often depicted as a disorder of childhood, but it is in fact a lifelong condition and the economic costs of autism also continue throughout life. The UK National Health Service estimates the prevalence of Autism Spectrum disorders among adults in England is approximately 1%. A 2011 study of a South Korean population yielded an even higher number, about 1 in 38 children, suggesting that better screening methods might lead to substantially higher estimates of global prevalence in the future. The economic cost to the US at $35 billion per year, including the direct costs of care and the indirect costs of lost productivity for the affected individuals and for their caregivers. Similarly, In UK the estimated total cost of ASD at more than £27 billion per year. Much of the estimated lifetime cost is $3.2 million per case in the US; £0.8-1.23 million in the UK is attributable to the cost of adult care and to lost productivity during adult life.

Autistic disorder is a complex developmental disability. Experts believe that Autism presents itself during the first three years of a person's life. The condition is the result of a neurological disorder that has an effect on normal brain function, affecting development of the person's communication and social interaction skills. People with autism have issues with non-verbal communication, a wide range of social interactions, and activities that include an element of play and/or banter. Genomic research is beginning to discover that people with autism spectrum disorders probably share genetic traits with individuals with ADHD (attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder), bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, or clinical depression. It is a spectrum condition, which means that, while all people with autism share certain difficulties, their condition will affect them in different ways. Some people with autism are able to live relatively independent lives but others may have accompanying learning disabilities and need a lifetime of specialist support. People with autism may also experience over- or under-sensitivity to sounds, touch, tastes, smells, light or colours.

Asperger syndrome is a form of autism. People with Asperger syndrome are often of average or above average intelligence. They have fewer problems with speech but may still have difficulties with understanding and processing language. People with autism have said that the world, to them, is a mass of people, places and events which they struggle to make sense of, and which can cause them considerable anxiety. In particular, understanding and relating to other people, and taking part in everyday family and social life may be harder for them. Other people appear to know, intuitively, how to communicate and interact with each other, and some people with autism may wonder why they are 'different'.

The Symposiums and Workshops conducted on autism are CARD-USF's Autism, Health, & Wellness Symposium, IMFAR (International Meeting for Autism Research), A symposium on autism research: the past the present and the future (IRABINA Childhood Autism Services) and many more.